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The repair involved 2 components: a cartilage graft from the concha to provide structural support and a flap for coverage. Follow-up was conducted for 6\u2009months after the operation.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Successful outcomes were achieved in both subjective and doctors\u2019 assessments. Regarding subjective outcomes, 85% of the patients reported high satisfaction ( P\u2009&lt;\u2009.001). In terms of doctors\u2019 subjective assessment, 90% of the patients had excellent results ( P\u2009&lt;\u2009.001). Mild early and postoperative complications, if encountered, resolved spontaneously.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The use of a combined conchal cartilage graft and postauricular flap in treating a full-thickness upper third auricular defect is safe and effective, with no major complications. 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